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The evidence left after the auto accident. Concept of vehicular homicide.

What Is Vehicular Homicide in Georgia?

Under Georgia motor vehicle laws, the offense of homicide by vehicle — commonly called vehicular homicide — occurs when the driver of a motor vehicle unintentionally causes an accident that results in the death of another person. The consequences… Read More
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Categories: Criminal Defense
DUI Child Endangerment in Georgia

Understanding DUI Child Endangerment in Georgia

In the State of Georgia, if you drive impaired with a child under the age of 14 in your vehicle, you can face not only a DUI charge but also an additional charge of DUI Child Endangerment. A separate endangerment offense applies for each child in the… Read More
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Police car with blue lights on the crime scene concept of Georgia habitual violator.

What Is a Habitual Violator under the Georgia Motor Vehicle Code?

The Georgia Motor Vehicle Code includes provisions relating to classification of a driver as a habitual violator, which results in an immediate five-year driver’s license suspension. Violation of a habitual violator suspension can carry extremely s… Read More
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DUI Offenses

What Are the Types of Georgia DUI Offenses?

Georgia law specifies six different reasons that a driver may be charged with Driving Under the Influence of drugs or alcohol. There are two basic types of DUI offenses charges: DUI Less Safe and DUI Per Se. Regardless of the specific charge and reas… Read More
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What Is the Criminal Process in Georgia?

Facing criminal charges can be a confusing and traumatic experience, especially since the criminal process in Georgia is somewhat complex. Navigating through the system is one important reason why representation by legal counsel is essential, in addi… Read More
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Categories: Criminal Defense
Woman driver pulled over by police car - police lights in background

Reasons You May Get Pulled Over in Suspicion of a DUI

Getting pulled over for driving under the influence often doesn’t seem to be based on alcohol or drugs when it all starts. Often, you may get pulled over for something else, and then arrested on suspicion of a DUI. Find out what the police are look… Read More
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Grounds for a Search Warrant

What are the Grounds for a Search Warrant in Georgia?

When officers show up at your home or office with a search warrant it can be intimidating. You may not understand your constitutional rights regarding search and seizure laws, or how to enforce them. Understanding the grounds for a search warrant in… Read More
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Categories: Criminal Defense
Police standing in front of man in suit and tie with his finger on his nose during a roadside sobriety test

Roadside Sobriety Tests Consider Before You Refuse

If you are traveling in Georgia during Thanksgiving or the holiday season and get stopped at a DUI checkpoint, knowing the options for roadside sobriety tests you can expect and what refusal options you have is crucial. Georgia law is strict on DUI,… Read More
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Police officer checks woman's license through her open car window possibleDUI license suspension

DUI License Suspension in Georgia: Your 30-Day Warning

The State of Georgia takes drunk driving very seriously. Even before conviction, getting arrested for DUI can affect your right to drive in the state. You only have 30 days after an arrest to respond to a DUI license suspension in Georgia. If you don… Read More
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Georgia fishing or speedboat on deep water.

Boating Under the Influence and Reckless Boating

As summer draws to a close, some Georgia residents and visitors have found a brush with local law enforcement has interrupted their fun at the local lakes and coastal areas. Find out how Georgia boating laws work and what to do if you have been charg… Read More
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Categories: DUI